10 Gardens in Los Angeles That You Shouldn't Miss

February 5, 2022 Carley Gatson

Hollywood beckons to tourists who long for a brush with Tinseltown glamor. Tour movie studios, slip your hands into the famous prints at the TCL Chinese Theatre, or indulge in a celeb sighting at one of LA’s white-hot nightspots. Spot your favorite star while shopping at The Grove, or forget all about the famous eye candy as you take in the iconic artwork at The Getty Center. For a different type of star-gazing, peek through the telescopes at the Griffith Observatory.
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1. Peace Awareness Labyrinth and Gardens

3500 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018-1822 +1 323-737-4055 http://www.peacelabyrinth.org/
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Peace Awareness Labyrinth and Gardens

2. The Hollywood Sculpture Garden

2430 Vasanta Way, Los Angeles, CA 90068-2232 +1 949-861-1709 [email protected] http://www.hollywoodsculpturegarden.com
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The Hollywood Sculpture Garden

Visitations ***BY APPOINTMENT*** Only -- Call or Email for a free viewing -- The Hollywood Sculpture Garden, founded by Dr. Robby Gordon, is quite a sight to take in on the way up to the world-famous Hollywood Sign. With its scenic location and breathtaking views, both locals and tourists can't help but to stop and admire the one of a kind statues and outdoor art. Artists have a prime opportunity to display their work here, as the HSG is often viewed by collectors, gallery owners, and museum curators. Visitors have a prime opportunity to see a wholly unique collection of modern and contemporary art made by a global community of artists, both well established and up and coming. Those planning an event have an opportunity to gather friends, clients, or employees in a beautiful, lively, creative space for parties, weddings, receptions, or whatever the occasion may be.

3. Exposition Park

701 State Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90037-1260 +1 213-763-0114 [email protected] http://www.laparks.org/exporosegarden/rosegarden.htm
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4.5 based on 94 reviews

Exposition Park

Reviewed By thomassG3669AB - Agoura Hills, United States

There are quite a few things to do in Exposition Park from the Natural History Museum, to the African History Museum to the gardens. You can easily spend 1/2 day to a full-day in this location. Great place to take the Kids as they will burn off a fair amount of energy while learning and expanding their awareness.

4. Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden

10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024-4343 +1 310-443-7000
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Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden

Reviewed By permia

It was a pleasure to meander amongst the imaginative and thought-provoking artistic creations. Featuring some of the finest sculptures from the past century, they are set in peaceful and sylvan surroundings. Named after the university’s third chancellor, it was he who dedicated the garden in 1967.

5. James Irvine Garden

244 S San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90012-3856 +1 213-628-2725 [email protected] http://www.jaccc.org/jamesirvinejapanesegarden
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James Irvine Garden

6. Mildred Mathias Botanical Gardens

777 Tiverton Ave Near Hilgard Ave and Le Conte Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024 +1 310-825-3620 http://www.botgard.ucla.edu/bg-home.htm
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Mildred Mathias Botanical Gardens

Reviewed By xanthosm2018 - Nicosia, Cyprus

If you wish to relax and enjoy nature, take the day off to wonder about these beautiful gardens. Recommended.

7. The Japanese Garden

6100 Woodley Ave Van Nuys, Los Angeles, CA 91406-6450 +1 818-756-8166 [email protected] http://www.thejapanesegarden.com/
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The Japanese Garden

"Suiho En" (the garden of water and fragrance) is a 6.5 cre authentic Japanese garden. Our facility is unique because it incorporates three classical designs: a dry karensansui, a wet garden with promenade chisen, and an authentic tea ceremony garden incorporating a 4.5 tatami mat tea room. Admission to the Garden for docent-led or self-guided tours is $5 per person, $3 For Seniors 62+ and children under 10. We are open for self-guided tours Monday-Thursday from 11am to 4pm, and Sunday from 10am to 4pm (last gate entry is at 3:15PM). Informal tourist photography only. The Garden is closed to the public on Friday and Saturday and closed to the public if it rains within 24 hours of opening time or during open hours. Please call on the day you wish to visit to make sure the Garden is open. Groups of 15 or more: please call in advance. Please note that we are closed for holidays recognized by the City of Los Angeles.

Reviewed By 572pamm - Los Angeles, United States

Beautiful trees,water foul, and even turtles. This garden, hydrated with reclamated water, is a peaceful way to spend an afternoon. A great way to recharge your battery while seeing ecology working

8. Los Angeles California Temple

10777 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025-4718 +1 310-474-5569 [email protected] http://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/locations/los-angeles-temple-visitors-center
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Los Angeles California Temple

Open to the public, the Los Angeles Temple is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Visitors can walk through the colorful gardens lined with towering trees, sit by the fountains and cascading waterfall, enjoy the beautiful views, and feel the peace of the grounds. While you're there, you can take a guided tour at the Visitors' Center.

Reviewed By BKAnders - Meridian, United States

The Los Angeles Temple feels like an oasis of peace in the midst of hectic traffic and city bustle. Although only qualified members of the Church can enter the temple, there is an excellent visitors center on site which has many hands-on displays, visuals, videos, etc. Everyone is welcome to spend time at the visitors center or to stroll the well-maintained grounds. Inside the Temple itself are beautiful wall murals and other paintings that cause one to reflect upon God and His love for us.

9. Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens

5333 Zoo Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027-1451 +1 323-644-4200 [email protected] http://lazoo.org
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4.0 based on 973 reviews

Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Verified Important announcement: The L.A. Zoo will be temporarily closed to the public effective Friday, March 13, 2020 through the end of the month. As a department of the City of Los Angeles, we are following Mayor Garcetti’s city-wide directive aimed at slowing the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). We are actively monitoring this rapidly evolving situation and will continue to respond, keeping the health and safety of our community as our foremost concerns. Zoo employees – including animal care and veterinary staff – will continue to report to work in order to care for our animals and facilities. Our animal health experts are in communication with public health officials, as well as local and national veterinary networks, to stay up-to-date on any potential risks to animals in human care.

Reviewed By MoonRiverRafter

After visiting a couple other cities’ zoo I realized how special and beautiful the Los Angeles Zoo. Well worth it when visiting the excellent Griffith Park.

10. Amir's Garden

Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA 90027 +1 323-644-6661 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/AmirsGarden/
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Amir's Garden

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